No major religious denomination opposes vaccination, but religious exemptions can further complicate mandates

[ad_1] With workplace vaccination warrants in sight, opponents are turning to a proven remedy to avoid a covid-19 vaccine: the claim that vaccination interferes with religious beliefs. No major denomination opposes vaccination. Even the Church of Christian Science, whose membership relies heavily on prayer rather than medicine, does not impose official policy. He advises “respect … Read more

Biden to announce broad vaccination mandates affecting millions of workers

[ad_1] WASHINGTON – President Joe biden On Thursday, they signed two executive orders mandating vaccines for federal workers and contractors, as part of a series of measures to increase pressure on the unvaccinated. Biden is also expected to ask the Department of Labor to pass a rule requiring all employers with 100 or more employees … Read more

Philadelphia sees drop in new COVID-19 cases, says Acting Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole

[ad_1] PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) – Philadelphia health officials shared positive news during their COVID-19 update on Thursday morning. According to Acting Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole, the city is starting to see another drop in new COVID-19 cases. Bettigole said safety measures, like wearing a mask and proof of vaccination, may be one of the reasons we … Read more

Good news on the top 3 starting pitchers

[ad_1] The Chicago White Sox The starting rotation was in shambles last week due to injuries, but they’re about to receive a major boost. According to NBC Sports Chicago’s Chuck Garfein, Tony La Russa says the plan is for Carlos Rodon to start on Friday, Lance Lynn on Sunday and Lucas Giolito on Tuesday. Carlos … Read more

Hawaii records 7 new coronavirus deaths, 429 more infections

[ad_1] Hawaii Department of Health officials today reported seven new coronavirus-related deaths and 429 new confirmed and probable infections statewide, bringing the state’s total since the start of the pandemic to 633 deaths and 69,573 cases. All of the latest deaths have been in Oahu. No further information was immediately available regarding the latest deaths. … Read more

MSU marketing professor dies

[ad_1] Source: Morehead State University MOREHEAD, Ky. (MSU Public Relations) – The community of Morehead State mourns the loss of Dr. Michelle Kunz, professor of marketing, who died on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at her residence on Mount Sterling. Born September 6, 1955 in Hosington, Kansas, she was the wife of Dale Kunz and daughter … Read more

North Dakota Reports 4 COVID-19 Deaths as Outbreak Worsens

[ad_1] The latest wave driven by the highly contagious delta variant of COVID-19 has put the state on a steep downward trajectory. North Dakota now has nearly 1,000 more active cases than at the same time last year. Hospital officials warn that the worsening epidemic could overwhelm the state’s health system if more residents do … Read more

Peer accused of home invasion in Urbana | New

[ad_1] URBANA – A man and woman from Champaign, apparently prompted by a social media post targeting someone they knew, have been charged with home invasion. Urbana Police Lt. Dave Smysor said Elija Hawkins, 19, and Tyeria Bates, 32, both of whom gave the same address in the 400 block of Briar Lane, were arrested … Read more